Question

HELP. What is the value of y in the equation 2(2y - 12) = 0? (5 points)

1) 4
12 6
3
3) 7
4) 8

Answer 1

6

Explanation:

2(2y - 12) = 0

distribute the 2

2·2y - 2·12 = 0

4y - 24 = 0

add 24 to both sides

4y - 24 + 24 = 0 + 24

4y = 24

divide both sides by 4

(4y)/4 = 24/4

y = 6